Massachusetts Education Grants

This program provides no-cost support to public school districts in Massachusetts to help them plan and transition from diesel to electric school bus fleets.

This funding opportunity provides $5,000 to Massachusetts K-12 schools and organizations for creative projects in the arts, sciences, and humanities that engage students and promote equity and accessibility.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in Massachusetts that provide essential services and resources to historically marginalized communities, particularly those serving communities of color and grassroots initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports grassroots organizations in New England that are dedicated to anti-racist initiatives and social justice, helping them build movements and drive systemic change in their communities.

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations and schools in New York City, Boston, and Newark, New Jersey, that focus on youth development and education, helping young people achieve academic and career success.

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations and select public sector activities that benefit Lorain County, Ohio, focusing on projects in arts, education, health, and civic affairs that address social issues and promote community impact.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations focused on improving nutrition and wellness in low-income communities within the Greater Boston area and Gateway Cities, particularly those with annual budgets of $5 million or less.

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups in Brookline, Massachusetts, to enhance access to essential services and emergency assistance for individuals and families, particularly those from marginalized communities.

This grant provides funding to local organizations that support women, children, and seniors by addressing critical issues such as mental health, hunger, education access, poverty, and domestic violence in the Wellesley area.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island that empower low- to moderate-income individuals and families through education, affordable housing, and essential human services.

This grant provides financial support and resources to choreographers and circus artists in Massachusetts to help them create original work and advance their careers.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that improve the quality of life for residents of Martha’s Vineyard and Falmouth through projects in education, health, culture, and community services.

This grant provides financial support to organizations in Southbridge, Massachusetts, focused on improving education, health care, and human services for underserved communities.

This funding initiative provides financial support for projects that enhance the agricultural, forestry, and commercial fishing industries in the Northeast, focusing on education, marketing, and leadership development.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Essex County for collaborative projects that improve access to digital tools, internet connectivity, and digital literacy training for local residents.

The Career Readiness and Educational Access Grant Program, spearheaded by the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts, aims to bolster the economic well-being of residents within its 33-community region. This initiative aligns directly with the Foundation's broader mission to advance economic wellness by enhancing access to education and effective career development. The program's core objective is to prepare local residents for family-supporting jobs through targeted career-related training, post-secondary education, and other educational initiatives, thereby fostering a stronger, more skilled workforce in North Central Massachusetts. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are residents of North Central Massachusetts who seek to improve their career prospects and access higher education. The program's impact goals are centered on increasing educational attainment and career readiness, ultimately leading to greater economic stability for individuals and families. By focusing on critical areas such as scholarship programs, career exploration, and work-based learning, the Foundation seeks to create clear pathways to career advancement and ensure that residents are equipped with the necessary skills for in-demand jobs. The program prioritizes several key areas to achieve its objectives. These include funding scholarship programs that directly foster career pathways, initiatives that promote career exploration, and robust career navigation support systems. Additionally, the grant supports work-based learning programs that provide practical experience and intermediaries that connect stakeholders to essential career advancement resources and services. These priorities collectively form a comprehensive strategy to address various facets of career development and educational access. Proposals for competitive grants under this program are expected to adhere to specific principles that underscore the Foundation's strategic approach. Applicants must demonstrate a clear capacity for achieving and sustaining long-term impact, ensuring that investments yield lasting benefits. A detailed plan of action with evidence of its likelihood to achieve intended outcomes is also required. Furthermore, proposals must include measurable objectives and outcomes, alongside a robust plan for monitoring progress, reflecting the Foundation's commitment to accountability and data-driven results. This framework ensures that funded initiatives are not only impactful but also contribute to the Foundation's overall theory of change, which posits that increased access to education and career development opportunities will directly lead to improved economic wellness for the community.

Supports the construction, purchase, expansion, or upgrade of workforce or training-related infrastructure to better meet the needs of the offshore wind industry.

Grants are aimed at supporting and promoting quality educational, human services, and health care programming for underserved populations, with a special focus on organizations that serve city of Lynn and the North Shore of Massachusetts. Requests for general operating support, program support, and small, program-related capital expenses are encouraged.

This program provides matching funds to municipalities and nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts for projects that preserve and enhance the history and experiences of veterans.

The Office of Grants and Research (OGR) is offering grant applications to support traditional enforcement activities and develop new strategies aimed at reducing roadway crashes, injuries, fatalities, and associated economic losses within Massachusetts. This program is rooted in the mission of enhancing public safety and well-being by directly addressing critical issues in traffic safety. The OGR makes federal funds available, providing police departments with substantial flexibility to tackle local traffic safety concerns. This flexibility allows for funding not only for enforcement but also for equipment options and the development of innovative traffic-safety programs, aligning with a comprehensive approach to safety improvement. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are Massachusetts municipal police departments, who will utilize the funds to implement various traffic safety initiatives. The ultimate target beneficiaries are the residents of Massachusetts, as the program's impact goals are to significantly reduce roadway crashes, injuries, fatalities, and the economic losses associated with these incidents. The grant's strategic priorities are focused on empowering local police departments with the resources and autonomy to tailor traffic safety solutions to their specific community needs, fostering a proactive and adaptive approach to public safety. The program prioritizes a multifaceted approach to traffic safety, encompassing traffic enforcement, pedestrian and bicyclist enforcement, and non-enforcement traffic safety activities. These elements are optional and independent, allowing departments to apply for any combination that best addresses their local needs. Examples of proposed projects include deploying overtime patrols for speeding violations, conducting crosswalk decoy patrols to reduce pedestrian crashes, and implementing non-enforcement activities such as ARIDE training for officers, pedestrian outreach, distribution of safety materials, and school presentations on pedestrian safety. Expected outcomes include a measurable reduction in speeding vehicles, pedestrian crashes, and overall traffic-related incidents. For example, a department might aim to reduce speeding vehicles at a specific intersection by 10% or pedestrian crashes by 50% from the previous year. Measurable results are a core component, with applicants required to provide at least three measurable target objectives clearly related to their chosen program elements. These objectives must be quantifiable and attainable, ensuring that progress can be tracked effectively. This emphasis on data-driven results reflects a theory of change where strategic investment in targeted interventions leads to demonstrable improvements in traffic safety and public health outcomes across the state. The grant award period will be approximately twelve months, starting around October 1, 2024, and ending on September 15, 2025.